Modern Russia labeled as "modern fascism" by the Blue-yellow cross.
Ukraine War Live Ticker: "The Blue-Yellow Cross Calls Out Russian Modern Fascism"
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As Moscow celebrates the end of World War II with a grand military parade on Red Square, the Blue-Yellow Cross, a Ukrainian charitable organization, denounces the event as a "parade of cynicism." For Mykhailo Malyi, the Blue-Yellow Cross' spokesperson, the event serves to glorify modern fascism that Russia is currently grappling with.
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18:58 Moscow Prioritizes Constructive Cooperation with the Vatican Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova announced plans to further develop the existing dialogue with the Vatican, including addressing the Ukraine conflict. The two entities share a commitment to traditional spiritual and moral values, a similar approach to global development, and a desire to build a just world order.
18:35 Hungary Expels Two Ukrainian Diplomats The expulsion of two Ukrainian diplomats by Hungary comes after allegations of espionage activities carried out under diplomatic cover. Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto stated the diplomats' expulsion on Facebook but did not provide specific details. Earlier, Ukraine had announced arresting a man and a woman accused of spying for Hungary, but Szijjarto did not comment on these arrests.
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17:55 Munz on Putin's Parade: "A Propaganda Tool for Youth" ntv correspondent Rainer Munz points out that the military parade in Moscow is mostly aimed at the younger generation, serving as a propaganda tool for the Kremlin.
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17:08 Finland Expresses Cautious Optimism about Ceasefire Finnish President Alexander Stubb stated that peace talks and ceasefire efforts are moving in the right direction. While Stubb cannot issue a timeline, he expressed hope that a ceasefire in Ukraine could be declared over the weekend, ideally in an "ideal world."
16:48 BSW Politicians Attend Russian Embassy Reception Some well-known active and former politicians, including prominent figures such as Egon Krenz (former DDR leader), Klaus Ernst (BSW politician and former Left Party chairman), and Sevim Dagdelen (BSW politician and former Left Party Bundestag member) attended a reception at the Russian embassy in Berlin to celebrate the military victory over Nazi Germany. Protests by Ukrainian supporters occurred near the embassy in Berlin and near the Soviet War Memorial near the Brandenburg Gate.
16:27 Germany to Reduce Information on Ukraine Aid Germany's new coalition government plans to significantly reduce information on the delivery of weapons systems to Ukraine. The aim is to achieve "strategic ambiguity" in communication to maintain an advantage over Russia. This measure may involve discontinuing the publication of the list of military materials supplied by Germany on government websites.
16:06 Selenskyy to Host "Coalition of the Willing" Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that leaders from the "Coalition of the Willing" will meet in Kyiv on Saturday. Top leaders from this coalition are expected to attend. Selenskyy believes that Europe and the world will benefit from the meeting. He did not specify who would travel to Ukraine for the meeting.
15:50 Trump and Putin Exchange Greetings According to Russian reports, US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin exchanged greetings on the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II through their respective assistants.
15:30 Klemens Fischer: "Ceasefire Could Happen as Early as Next Week" Political scientist Klemens Fischer speculates that a ceasefire in Ukraine could happen within the next week if Putin shows willingness to negotiate.
15:10 Moscow Unveils Stalin Statue in Russian-Occupied City The pro-Russian Communist Party of Russia unveiled a new statue of Soviet dictator Joseph Stalin in Melitopol, a city under Russian occupation, on the anniversary of the 80th anniversary of the victory over Nazi Germany.
15:00 Wadephul: "Propaganda Threatens to Distort History" Germany's new foreign minister, Annalena Baerbock, views the meeting of EU foreign ministers in Lviv, held in parallel with Moscow's military parade, as a strong statement to Russian President Putin. “We are showing here that Europe stands by Ukraine's side and reminding that the Nazi regime was also defeated by Ukrainian soldiers," Baerbock said. She made it clear that the remembrance day should not be used to justify the war on Ukraine.
14:55 FDP Wadephul Expresses "German Willingness to Support Ukraine" On this day, German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock will exchange views with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Horbonosov in Berlin on Ukraine's defense needs, the worldwide humanitarian situation, and the development of EU-Ukraine relations.
14:45 Scholz: "EU Will Stand by Ukraine" German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier, speaking at the Brandenburg Gate, emphasized the EU's commitment to supporting Ukraine in its fight against Russia. He highlighted Germany's contribution of 10 billion euros of aid to Ukraine since the beginning of the war.
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13:10 Poland and France Sign Defense Agreement Poland and France plan to sign a joint defense agreement, emphasizing mutual support in case of military threats.
12:50 Putin Meets North Korean Generals In Moscow, Russian President Vladimir Putin welcomed North Korean generals during the Victory Day celebrations, expressing approval for their continued support for Russia in the war against Ukraine.
12:30 Merz Threatens Russia with Further Sanctions German Chancellor Friedrich Merz threatens Russia with increased sanctions if it fails to agree to a prolonged ceasefire in Ukraine and engage in peace talks.
12:10 Nord Stream 2 Able to Continue Fundraising The heavily indebted Russian pipeline operator Nord Stream 2 AG, based in Switzerland, can continue searching for investors to restructure the company through a debt cut, allowing the project to proceed.
11:45 Foreign Ministers in Lviv Discuss Aid and Ceasefire Dozens of top EU diplomats, including Germany's Annalena Baerbock, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will discuss the current situation in Ukraine and the country's arms needs. The ministers also plan to discuss the Ukraine Tribunal, which aims to hold Putin and other high-ranking Russian officials accountable for the invasion.
11:30 Ukrainian Intelligence Allegedly Uncovers Hungarian Spy Ring According to the Ukrainian Security Service (SBU), Ukraine has uncovered a Hungarian spy ring working against Ukraine's interests. The ring gathered information about Ukraine's defense capabilities and air defenses in the southwest.
11:05 Former German Politicians Criticize Secret Meetings in Baku Several German politicians have come under scrutiny for secretive meetings in Baku with Russian representatives from the Kremlin's orbit. SPD Bundestag member Ralf Stegner, former Brandenburg Minister President Matthias Platzeck, and former Federal Chancellery Chief Ronald Pofalla are accused of discussing the revival of the "Petersburg Dialogue" with Russian envoys in Baku. These encounters are said to have been confidential and not Commissioned or funded by public institutions.
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10:50 Notz Criticizes Stegner Sharply for Baku Trip Konstantin von Notz, chair of the Parliamentary Control Committee, criticized SPD Bundestag member Ralf Stegner for his participation in the secret Baku meetings, emphasizing the need for greater clarity.
10:00 Jaeger: Putin's Overconfidence and Strategic Ambitions Political scientist Thomas Jaeger noted that Putin's portrayal of confidence in the war on Ukraine is based on misinformation and an underestimation of international opposition, particularly in the USA.
09:45 Putin Defends Progress in Ukraine Offensive In his address during the military parade in Moscow, Putin expressed confidence in Russia's military operations and the support of the entire nation for the ongoing conflict.
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- The Blue-Yellow Cross, a Ukrainian charitable organization, criticized the military parade in Moscow commemorating the end of World War II, describing it as a "parade of cynicism" that glorifies modern fascism.
- In a statement, Mykhailo Malyi, the spokesperson for the Blue-Yellow Cross, labeled the Russian Empire as a monument to modern fascism.
- Amidst the ongoing commemorations, tensions between Russia and its neighboring countries continue, with Hungary expelling two Ukrainian diplomats due to alleged espionage activities.
- Meanwhile, the USA and its European partners are collaborating on a joint proposal for a 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine, with new joint sanctions against Russia planned if the proposal is rejected.
